English Teacher

English Teacher - Full-Time, Long-Term Role

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire

Start Date: October Half Term 2026

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Employer: Veritas Education (on behalf of a partner secondary school)

About the Role

Veritas Education is partnering with a successful secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit a passionate and committed English Teacher for a full-time, long-term position starting from October Half Term 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious English department where high standards, creativity, and student achievement are at the heart of the curriculum. The successful candidate will deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons, inspiring students to develop strong literacy skills and a lifelong appreciation of reading and writing.

Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging English Language and Literature lessons across KS3 and KS4

Plan, prepare, and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum

Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all learners

Monitor, assess, and report on student progress

Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment

Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement

Contribute to departmental development and enrichment activities

Support students in achieving their academic potential

The Ideal Candidate

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Has experience teaching English within a secondary school setting

Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and classroom practice

Has strong behaviour management and communication skills

Is passionate about improving outcomes for young people

Committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare

ECTs are encouraged to apply

What the School Offers

A supportive and collaborative English department

Strong leadership and mentoring support

Excellent CPD and career development opportunities

Well-resourced classrooms and learning facilities

A positive and inclusive school culture

A commitment to staff wellbeing

Why Work with Veritas Education?

Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant

Competitive rates of pay

Access to a network of partner schools across West Yorkshire

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

A straightforward and supportive registration process

Additional Opportunities

Alongside this vacancy, Veritas Education is currently recruiting for a variety of positions across West Yorkshire, including:

English, Maths, Science, Humanities, and PE Teachers

Early Career Teacher (ECT) roles

Supply Teachers

Cover Supervisors

Teaching Assistants

SEN Teaching Assistants

Pastoral and Behaviour Support positions

How to Apply / Contact

For further information or to apply for this position, please contact:

Sam Waddington

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APPLICATION

REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained

You must have legal right to work in the UK

You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community